1995 BMW 730 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 730 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 730 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2320 mm |