1986 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 730 (260 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 730 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
