2000 BMW 320 vs. 1989 Lotus Carlton
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Carlton would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Lotus Carlton (569 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1989 Lotus Carlton has manual transmission. 1989 Lotus Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1989 Lotus Carlton | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 320 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
