2009 BMW 323 vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2009 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 323 | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 323 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
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 Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |