2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Extreme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Extreme would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 1429 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Extreme | M3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 3999 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2761 mm |
