2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 695 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | CTS | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |