1995 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 813 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 1995 BMW 520 (190 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 520 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
