1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Europa | SL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
