1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | GT 40 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
