1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 759 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lotus Excel | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excel | CLS |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |