2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2003 Lotus Esprit is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2003 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotus Esprit | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | 230 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3060 mm |