2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 690 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 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | S-Type | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2320 mm |
