2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XKA. (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XKA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKA | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XKA | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 466 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 843 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2320 mm |
