1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 6 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 1095 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:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Seven |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1540 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
