2006 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | M3 | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |