1998 Honda NSX vs. 1966 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 958 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1966 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | NSX | Seven |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 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 | 1390 kg | 432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
