1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 598 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 (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige 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 Exige | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | 250 | Exige |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |