2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 919 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, 2012 BMW 120 (190 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Extreme | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
