1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 12 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 777 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | GT 1 | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2901 mm |
