1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 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. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 672 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lotus Seven | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Seven | Boxster |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |