2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1995 Rover 416i
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 416i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 416i would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1995 Rover 416i. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 416i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 416i weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 416i, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 416i. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 416i.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1995 Rover 416i | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | GT 1 | 416i |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
