1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 2000 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |