1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 14 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1669 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lotus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | GT 1 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3320 mm |
