2002 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 743 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 332 | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |