2007 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
