2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 1996 Lotus Esprit (510 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z8. (500 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Z8 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
