1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 11 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 371 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 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 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | GT 1 | 123 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |