1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1960 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Seven.
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. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 1960 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1960 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1960 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | Vanden Plas | Seven |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2240 mm |
