2009 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 130 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| 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 | 261 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
