2009 BMW 545 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 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 545 (450 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 545 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
