1974 Lamborghini Bravo vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1957 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, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Bravo | Seven |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 29 L |
