1986 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
