2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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 535 (600 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Extreme has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Extreme will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Extreme | 535 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2968 mm |
