1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 376 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (204 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 1 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
