1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 53 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 2045 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seven | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 100 L |
