1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | GT 1 | 320 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2770 mm |