1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1999 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 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Esprit | 128 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
