1994 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro.
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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testa de Oro | 280 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2799 cc |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1660 kg |
