1964 Lotus Elan vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1964 Lotus Elan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 840 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lotus Elan | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Elan | SC |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |