1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Esprit | 325 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |