1959 Lotus Seven vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1695 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Seven | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 420 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3030 mm |
