1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 413 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 474 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) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 1 | C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
