1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | 600 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |