1990 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 1990 BMW 730 (260 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 730 | Extreme |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
