1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 497 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |