2005 BMW 760 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 7 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 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 BMW 760. (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 1160 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 760 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 760 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6128 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2320 mm |