1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
| Model | C | Evora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
