1958 Lotus Seven Specifications

Engine LocationFront
Drive TypeRear Wheel
Production Years for Series1957 - 1959
Weight725 lbs | 328.9 kg
Introduced At1957 Earls Court

Engine   [Optional Engines]
Engine ConfigurationI
Cylinders4
EngineBritish Ford 100E.
Solid valve lifters
Aspiration/InductionNormal
Displacement1172.00 cc | 71.5 cu in. | 1.2 L.
ValvetrainOHV
Horsepower36.00 BHP (26.5 KW) @ 4500.00 RPM
Torque52.00 Ft-Lbs (70.5 NM) @ 2500.00 RPM
HP to Weight Ratio20.1 LB / HP
HP / Liter30.0 BHP / Liter
Compression Ratio7.0:1
Main Bearings3
Fuel TypeGasoline - Petrol
Fuel FeedCarburetor
1 Solex or Zenith carburetor
BlockCast-iron
HeadCast-iron

Standard Transmission
Gears3
TransmissionManual

Optional Transmission
Gears4
TransmissionManual


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