1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 99 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 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 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Elise | 125 |
Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 116 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |