2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 3,506 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 469 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 38 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 1 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
