2007 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 328 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3507 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 | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| 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 | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
