2001 BMW M vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | M | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
