2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (342 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 520 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 1 | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |