1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | 230 | Exige |
Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2299 mm |