2006 BMW M6 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1995 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 M6 (705 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (380 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | M6 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
