2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 50 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | E-150 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 29 L |
