1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 10 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 359 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 550 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 1 | CLK |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |