1996 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530. 2013 Lotus Evora has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 530 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
