2006 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | M3 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 355 Nm | 405 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |