1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1989 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Esprit | 123 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 51 L |