1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 671 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seven | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
