1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Challenger | Exige |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
