1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 35 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 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 765 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 512 TR | Seven |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1558 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 29 L |
