2007 BMW 530 vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 530 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |