2006 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Lotus Carlton
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Carlton would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Lotus Carlton (569 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1989 Lotus Carlton | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | M3 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
