1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 534 kg more than 1999 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Mustang | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7014 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |