Rice burner vs. Muscle car

[The Deuce]

Originally posted by *Steeda90GT*

Technically the Lotus as mentioned is a limited production race car too. What I dont understand is this...I know the lotus is LIGHT, but how the heck can that little underpowered sewing machine engine still match the big brute 380 HP Cobra engine? Doesnt the ITR motor only put out 200 HP? I know the lotus is light, but still shouldnt Cobra out power it in the top end?

Well, according to lotus uk, the car weight 1663lbs. With a 200bhp Honda motor, that's a pretty good power to weight. Throw in 3.96 gears, and double wishbone track set up, and it would give the R a run for its money on a circut.

This idea is nothing new, look at the classic Porsches, 550, 356, etc. Light 'underpowered' cars running rampant on the international scene. I'm rooting for the Cobra as much as anyone here, I've just seen too many high end European GT's to doubt their performance.