2007 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1989 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | M6 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |
