2008 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
