1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 930 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seven | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 62 L |
