2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1950 Mercury Roadster
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 736 more horse power than 1950 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1950 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Mercury Roadster weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
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. 1950 Mercury Roadster has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2004 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1950 Mercury Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotec C 1000 | 1950 Mercury Roadster | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercury |
| Model | C 1000 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 844 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5260 mm |
