2008 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 325 | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |