2008 BMW 328 vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 328 | M250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
