1959 Lotus Seven vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1959 Lotus Seven is newer by 2 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 179 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Seven | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seven | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 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 | 440 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
