1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1958 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Lotus | Land Rover |
Model | Seven | Freelander |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |