1990 Lexus LS vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 33 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 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 1065 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lexus | Lotus |
| Model | LS | Seven |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2190 mm |
