1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 13 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 206 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 820 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 (351 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Esprit | 118 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 351 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |