2008 BMW 118 vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 118 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
