1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 908 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Europa | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |
