2009 Lexus IS vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 264 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS. 2009 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lexus IS | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | IS | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |