2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 49 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 2,768 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1909 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.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Canyon | Seven |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1558 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |
