1958 Alpine A 106 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 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 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 524 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Alpine | Lotus |
Model | A 106 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |