1988 Honda NSX vs. 1967 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 786 kg more than 1967 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:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 1967 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | NSX | Seven |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
