2008 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 330 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
