2007 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 320 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
