2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Elise | 123 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 51 L |