1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1979 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Esprit | X5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2933 mm |
