2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 884 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Exige | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |