1991 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
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, 1991 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 325 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 325 | Elise |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |