1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 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 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 655 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F40 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 29 L |
