1969 Lotus Seven vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Seven | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Seven | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1260 mm |
