1990 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 316 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
