1992 BMW 520 vs. 1992 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 1992 BMW 520 and 1992 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Esprit (251 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1992 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1992 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 520 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
