2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 52 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1787 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 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Seven |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 29 L |
