1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Europa | SLK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
