1999 Ford Puma vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, both 1999 Ford Puma and 1999 Lotus GT 1 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma, 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Puma | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Puma | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |