2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exige | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |