2009 BMW 130 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 130 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
