2000 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, both 2000 BMW 328 and 2000 Lotus M250 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 328 (279 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 328 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 328 | M250 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |