1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Seven | Milan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 66 L |