2009 Ford GT vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2009 Ford GT. (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford GT. (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | GT | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
