1959 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1021 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seven | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2685 mm |
