1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1965 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1965 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1543 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1965 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 400 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 29 L |
