1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
| Model | 300 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 44 L |
