1992 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1986 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 525 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |