1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1961 Lotus Seven is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 972 kg more than 1961 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | Seven |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
