1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Esprit | 525 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 267 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
