2009 Lexus LS vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 120 L |
