2005 Ford GT vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 834 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | GT | Seven |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |
