2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1175 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 612 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 29 L |
