1981 BMW 745 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 745 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
