1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | 240 | Exige |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |