1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. 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 449 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (124 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Lotus | Triumph |
Model | GT 1 | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |