1959 Lotus Seven vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 50 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1001 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Seven | Frontier |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 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 | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3200 mm |