1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, 2006 Nissan Note is newer by 8 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 472 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Note weights approximately 190 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, 2006 Nissan Note, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2006 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | GT 1 | Note |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
