1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1972 TVR M
To start off, 1972 TVR M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 TVR M. (105 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 TVR M weights approximately 275 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 TVR M (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 TVR M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1972 TVR M | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Seven | M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2290 mm |
