2006 Lotus Exige vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exige | 230 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |