1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 50 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1290 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seven | Viano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |
