2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1960 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 44 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1960 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | Seven |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 29 L |
