1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 455 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 180 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Scorpio | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
