2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Porsche 356 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Exige | 356 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
