1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
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 Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
| Model | 250 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
