1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1971 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 637 Nm |
| 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 | 594 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
