2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 360 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | Seven |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |