1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1960 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1960 Lotus Seven is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Seven.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1960 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Station Wagon | Seven |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
