1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Lotus |
Model | Manta | Exige |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2299 mm |