1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1145 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:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Camaro | Seven |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2240 mm |
