2007 BMW 130 vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130. 2007 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus M250 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus M250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 130 | M250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
