1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Mustang weights approximately 129 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) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Mustang | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
