2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 524 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |