1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1713 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1971 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1971 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lotus | Dodge |
| Model | Seven | Ram |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
