2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D 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 (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Lotus | Steyr |
| Model | Exige | 500D |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |
