1970 Lotus Seven vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1970 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1970 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lotus Seven | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Seven | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
