2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 406 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Elise | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |