1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 82 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | 220 | Evora |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |