1985 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325.
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, 1985 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 325 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 325 | Exige |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |