2003 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Evora.
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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Evora. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | M3 | Evora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |