1999 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 1999 BMW 318 and 2007 Lotus Exige are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318.
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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 318 | Exige |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |