1959 Lotus Seven vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 29 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 890 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 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
