2001 BMW Compact vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact.
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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Compact | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
