1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 432 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 990 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 1 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3210 mm |
