1996 BMW 535 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 535 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
