2006 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 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 745 (700 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (510 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Esprit. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 745 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
