2002 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 320 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 320 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |