1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1998 Lotus GT 1 and 1998 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1998 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | GT 1 | 306 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |