1998 BMW M vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | M | Evora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
