2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 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 125 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Elise | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |