2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911.
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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Exige | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
