1999 BMW 328 vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 328 (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 328 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1999 BMW 328 (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit. 1999 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1993 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 328 | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 328 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
