2003 Lotus Exige vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Porsche 356 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 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:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Exige | 356 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 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 Weight | 780 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
