2006 BMW 535 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2006 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 535 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 535 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |