2009 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
