1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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1998 Lotus Elise | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Elise | 300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3160 mm |