1970 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 40 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 760 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.
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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lotus Seven | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Lotus | Ascari |
| Model | Seven | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2636 mm |
