1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lotus Esprit | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | CW |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5160 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1120 mm |