1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123.
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 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 123. (400 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Esprit | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Esprit | 123 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
