2001 Ginetta G34 vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2001 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ginetta G34 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lotus |
| Model | G34 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1110 mm |
