1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 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 491 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | GT 1 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2220 mm |
