2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 825 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | M250 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
