1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 15 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XK. (380 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 660 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Lotus | Jaguar |
Model | GT 1 | XK |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2752 mm |