2001 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (380 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 530 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
