1961 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 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 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Cobra | Exige |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |