1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Europa | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
