1999 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 BMW 750. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 678 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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 750 (490 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 750 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |