1985 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 24 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 325 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 325 | Exige |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 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 | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |