2004 BMW M5 vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 583 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | M5 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |