2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Lotus | Wartburg |
| Model | Exige | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
