1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1959 Lotus Seven is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 955 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | Seven |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
