1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 54 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Seven | G37 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2850 mm |
