2000 Lotus M250 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 905 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250. 2004 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus M250 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus M250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | M250 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
