1969 Lotus Seven vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 31 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 474 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Seven | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Lotus | Lotus |
| Model | Seven | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |
