1999 Lincoln Blackwood vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is newer by 40 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1959 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 Lincoln Blackwood 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. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Blackwood | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Blackwood | Seven |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2240 mm |
