2008 Lotus Exige vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Exige | 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exige | SE |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |