1995 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 734 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lotec | Lotus |
Model | Testa de Oro | Exige |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 342 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 916 kg |