2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 360 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 34 L |
