Lotus Exige 240R vs BMW M3
| Category | Lotus Exige 240R | BMW M3 (E92) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine type | turbocharged R4 | V8, 32v |
| Max power | 247 ps (244 bhp) | 420 ps (414 bhp) |
| Max torque | 263 Nm (194 lb-ft) | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) |
| Curb weight | 941 kg (2075 lbs) | 1580 kg (3483 lbs) |
| Power / tonne | 263 ps (259 bhp) | 266 ps (262 bhp) |
Lap Times 2
| Track | Lotus Exige 240R | BMW M3 (E92) |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:15.40 | 1:14.30 |
| Laguna Seca (post 1988) | 1:45.82 | 1:42.96 |
Performance
| Category | Lotus Exige 240R | BMW M3 (E92) |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 249 kph (155 mph) | 280 kph (174 mph) |
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.2 s | 4.3 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 12.7 s | 9.4 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.2 s @ 85.1 mph | 8.4 s @ 93.8 mph |
Summary
| Category | Lotus Exige 240R | BMW M3 (E92) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 188 | 200 |
| Straight line speed | 244 | 400 |
| Total | 431 | 600 |
Verdict
M3 is the fastest by considerable margin.
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