2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
Model | Exige | 98 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |