2000 BMW 323 vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 323 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |