1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1325 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.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
