1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1300 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | GT 1 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3700 mm |