1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 641 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
| Model | C 112 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 44 L |
