1996 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | M3 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
