1961 Lotus Seven vs. 1970 Plymouth Superbird
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Superbird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 6,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Superbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Superbird weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1961 Lotus Seven.
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. 1970 Plymouth Superbird has automatic transmission and 1961 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1961 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Plymouth Superbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lotus Seven | 1970 Plymouth Superbird | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | Seven | Superbird |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 6982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 432 kg | 1667 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2930 mm |