1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 69 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 1018 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | 500 | Evora |
Year Released | 1943 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |