2009 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
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 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 335 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
