Compare Dimensions Side by Side 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-class vs. 1989 Lotus Elan II
Compare the size of two cars side by side and see their differences at a glance. Simply enter the vehicle names, and our tool creates a clear visual comparison of their length, width, and height. This makes it easy to find out which car is longer, wider, or taller, and helps you better understand their overall proportions. Whether you are checking if a car will fit in your garage, comparing everyday models, or exploring larger SUVs, this tool provides a straightforward way to see all key dimensions in one place.
Here’s how the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-class and the 1989 Lotus Elan II compare in size:
In terms of length, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-class measures 5179 mm (203.90 in), making it 1279 mm (50.35 in) (24.7 %) longer than the 1989 Lotus Elan II at 3900 mm (153.54 in). Looking at width, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-class spans 1954 mm (76.93 in), which is 219 mm (8.62 in) (11.2 %) broader than the 1989 Lotus Elan II at 1735 mm (68.31 in). As for height, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-class stands at 1503 mm (59.17 in), giving it an extra 263 mm (10.35 in) (17.5 %) compared to the 1989 Lotus Elan II at 1240 mm (48.82 in).
Overall, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-class is longer, wider and taller than the 1989 Lotus Elan II.
Length
5179 mm203.9 in
3900 mm153.5 in
Width
1954 mm76.9 in
1735 mm68.3 in
Height
1503 mm59.2 in
1240 mm48.8 in
5179 mm203.9 in🟢 +1279 mm+50.4 in (+32.8%)
3900 mm153.5 in🔴 -1279 mm-50.4 in (-24.7%)
1954 mm76.9 in🟢 +219 mm+8.6 in (+12.6%)
1735 mm68.3 in🔴 -219 mm-8.6 in (-11.2%)
1503 mm59.2 in🟢 +263 mm+10.4 in (+21.2%)
1240 mm48.8 in🔴 -263 mm-10.4 in (-17.5%)
2021 Mercedes-Benz S-class
1989 Lotus Elan II
Side-by-Side Specs: Dimensions, Weight & More
General Info
Body Style:
Sedan
Cabriolet
Model Year:
2021
1989
Production:
2020-present Current Model
1989-1996 Discontinued Model
Dimensions
Length:
5179 mm203.9 in 🟢 +1279 mm+50.4 in (+32.8%) - 🟢 +1376 mm+54.2 in (+36.2%)
3803-3900 mm149.7-153.5 in 🔴 -1376 mm-54.2 in (-26.6%) - 🔴 -1279 mm-50.4 in (-24.7%)
Width:
1921-1954 mm75.6-76.9 in 🟢 +186 mm+7.3 in (+10.7%) - 🟢 +220 mm+8.7 in (+12.7%)
1735 mm68.3 in 🔴 -220 mm-8.7 in (-11.3%) - 🔴 -186 mm-7.3 in (-9.7%)
Width (Folded Mirrors):
-
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Width (Opened Mirrors):
2109 mm83.0 in
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Height:
1503 mm59.2 in 🟢 +263 mm+10.4 in (+21.2%) - 🟢 +273 mm+10.7 in (+22.2%)
1230-1240 mm48.4-48.8 in 🔴 -273 mm-10.7 in (-18.2%) - 🔴 -263 mm-10.4 in (-17.5%)
Ground Clearance:
130 mm5.1 in
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Trunk Capacity:
350-550 liter12.4-19.4 cu ft 🟢 +165 liter+5.8 cu ft (+89.2%) - 🟢 +365 liter+12.9 cu ft (+197.3%)
185 liter6.5 cu ft 🔴 -365 liter-12.9 cu ft (-66.4%) - 🔴 -165 liter-5.8 cu ft (-47.1%)
