1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 6 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 499 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. 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, 2005 Proton 400, 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Lotus | Proton |
| Model | GT 1 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
