1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 GAZ M-20 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | M-20 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
