2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 815 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exige | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |