1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 16 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Esprit. 2010 BMW 750 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. 2010 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Esprit | 750 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
