1993 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
