1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1999 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 1 | 600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3910 mm |