1987 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 750 | Exige |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 44 L |