2007 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 328 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
