1998 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 328 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
