1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Seven | 993 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2280 mm |
