1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Esprit | 125 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |