1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 47 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 713 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.
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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |
