1998 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 711 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
