1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Etna has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Etna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Etna | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
