2004 BMW 645 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 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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 645 (447 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 645 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 645 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
