2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1967 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1967 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2645 kg more than 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1967 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-250 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 29 L |
