2007 Lexus LS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |