1968 Lotus Seven vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Seven. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1880 kg more than 1968 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:
| 1968 Lotus Seven | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Seven | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 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 | 550 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
