2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Tracker | Seven |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
