1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 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 325 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 285 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | GT 1 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2416 mm |