2004 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Extreme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Extreme would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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 BMW 320 (211 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 320 | Extreme |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
