1999 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X5 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
