2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2007 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Lotus | ZIL |
Model | Exige | 117 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3310 mm |