1999 BMW 529 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 529 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
