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Lotus Seven

Bodywork

type 2S DHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 82.57 mm × 72.75 mm 3.25 in × 2.86 in
Cylinders S-4
Displace 1.6 litre 1558 cc (95.075 cu in)
Engine type DOHC
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 8 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 9.50:1
Fuel system 2 We carbs
Maximum power 126.7 PS (125.0 bhp) (93.2 kW) @ 6300 rpm
0-50 mph 5.10 s
0-60 mph 7.10 s
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile) 15.50 s
Standing km 29.80 s
Top speed 166 km/h (103 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 219.68 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque 157.0 Nm (116 ft·lb) (16 kgm) @ 4500 rpm
bmep 1266.3 kPa (183.7 psi)
Specific torque 100.77 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 1.13
Unitary capacity 389.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2260 mm
wheelbase 89 in
Length (milimeters) 3378 mm
Length (inches) 133 in
Width (milimeters) 1702 mm
Width (inches) 67 in
Height (milimeters) 940 mm
Height (inches) 37 in
L:W ratio 1.49
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 569 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 1254 lb
Weight distribuiton
Fuel capacity (litres)
Fuel capacity (UK Ga)
Fuel capacity (US Gal)

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient
Frontal area
Cx

Chassis

Engine location Front
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Tyres
Wheels
Brakes F/R
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission
Top gear ratio 1.00
Final drive ratio 3.90

General information

RAC rating 16.9
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1970 Lotus Seven PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1970

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