1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (473 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | GT 1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
