2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | GT 1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
