1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 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 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (423 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 425 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testa de Oro | S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2075 kg |
