1959 Lotus Seven vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 40 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 875 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. 1999 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Seven | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
| Model | Seven | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
