1998 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Evora weights approximately 22 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 318 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
