2007 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus M250 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus M250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 330 | M250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
