1970 Lotus Seven vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 765 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 1970 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lotus Seven | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Seven | Camry |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2360 cc |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |