1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 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 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 958 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Europa | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
