Lotus Seven Specs

(1959 - 1960) - Technical Specifications for Years 1959, 1960
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Key Specs

Petrol
71.5 cu-in
1172 cm3
Inline 4
36 HP
37 PS / 27 kW
51 lb-ft
70 Nm
77 Mph
124 km/h

Lotus Seven Body, Model and Production details Lotus Seven Body, Model and Production details

Body : Cabrio
Num. of Doors : 2 doors

Lotus Seven Engine Technical Data Lotus Seven Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 4
Engine Code : -
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : 1 Zenith carb
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine displacement : 71.5 cu-in / 1172 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 2.5 x 3.64 inches
63.50 x 92.50 mm
Number of valves : 8 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 7.00
Horsepower : 36 HP / 37 PS / 27 kW
@ 4500 rpm
Maximum torque : 51 lb-ft / 70 Nm
@ 4500 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
3 speed Manual Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds
Transmission Relations
Final Drive Ratio: 4.80

Lotus Seven Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Lotus Seven Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity : 8.2 gallons
31.8 L
6.8 UK gallons
Catalytic converter : No

Lotus Seven Performance Lotus Seven Performance

Top Speed : 77 Mph / 124 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : - s

Lotus Seven Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Lotus Seven Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 85.98 inches / 218.4 cm
Length : 134.02 inches / 340.4 cm
Width : 60 inches / 152.4 cm
Height : 37.01 inches / 94 cm
Front Axle : 46.5 inches / 118.1 cm
Rear Axle : 47.01 inches / 119.4 cm
Ground clearance : 5 inches / 12.7 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : -
Curb Weight : 853 lbs / 387 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 10.5 kg/hp

Lotus Seven Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Lotus Seven Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Drums
(- inches / - mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Drums
(- inches / - mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Front Suspension : Coil springs.
Rear Suspension : Coil Springs. De-Dion axle.
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How many horsepower (hp) does a 1959 Lotus Seven have?
The 1959 Lotus Seven has 37 PS / 36 bhp / 27 kW.

How much does a Lotus Seven weighs?
The Lotus Seven weighs 387 Kg / 853 lbs.

What is the Lotus Seven gas mileage?
The Lotus Seven gas mileage is .

What engine is in Lotus Seven ?
The Lotus Seven has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 1172 cm3 / 71.5 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Lotus Seven ?
The Lotus Seven is 134.02 inches / 340.4 cm long, 60 inches / 152.4 cm wide, and 37.01 inches / 94 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 85.98 inches / 218.4 cm.