1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (573 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus GT 1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 1 | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
