2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (340 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
Model | GT 1 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |