2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1972 MG MGB
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1972 MG MGB.
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 (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1972 MG MGB | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Exige | MGB |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
