2009 BMW 335 vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Extreme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Extreme would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 335 | Extreme |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
