1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1963 Steyr 650T. 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Lotus | Steyr |
Model | GT 1 | 650T |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1850 mm |