1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 955 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:
| 1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Camaro | Seven |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 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 | 1400 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2240 mm |
