2000 BMW 316 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 316 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
