1988 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | M5 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |