1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 388 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |