2008 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 768 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X3 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
