1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Etna | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
