1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 355 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | GT 1 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2360 mm |