2008 Lotus Exige vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 834 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Exige | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exige | 220 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |