1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac 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 497 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 141 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Zodiac | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |