1999 Lotus M250 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 792 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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 M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lotus | Lexus |
| Model | M250 | IS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1415 mm |
