2004 Holden Berlina vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2004 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Berlina | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
