1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1020 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. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Seven |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 38 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |