2005 BMW X5 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X5 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 31 L |
