2008 Lexus GS vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 88 L |
