1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 13 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 324 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1. 2011 BMW 530 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. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | GT 1 | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2968 mm |