1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 376 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | GT 1 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
