2008 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 328 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 36 L |
