1959 Lotus Seven vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1975 Porsche 930 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1959 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:
| 1959 Lotus Seven | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Seven | 930 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
