2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. (165 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 1 | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |