1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 27 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1388 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Europa | V |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
