2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 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.
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2005 Lotus Esprit | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 71 L |