1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 4 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 510 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:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 250 GTO | Seven |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 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 | 950 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
