2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 8 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | LR3 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |