2004 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
