1967 Lotus Seven vs. 1987 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1987 Toyota Supra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1967 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Supra weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1967 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:
| 1967 Lotus Seven | 1987 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Supra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 430 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
