2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | Seven |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
