1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 1 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |