1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 56 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1415 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |
