2007 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
