1992 BMW 545 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 545 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
