2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 988 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1076 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sirius | 280 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
