1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 52 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 576 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seven | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 90 L |
