1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 395 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testa de Oro | SL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5513 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2045 kg |
