1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 2009 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Etna | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Etna | CL |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |