2008 Lexus GS vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus GS | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 112 L |