1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 442 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | C |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |