1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Camaro | Seven |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
