1970 Lotus Seven vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 36 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lotus Seven | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Seven | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 95 L |
