2003 BMW 645 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 999 kg more than 2007 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise. 2003 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 645 | Elise |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |