2008 BMW 523 vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1998 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 523 | Elise |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |