2006 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1979 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 330 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
