2004 Lotus Elise vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2004 Lotus Elise is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise.
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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Elise. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Elise | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Elise | 220 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |