1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 850 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Windsor | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2320 mm |
