2007 BMW 523 vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 523 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
