1953 BMW 340 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1953 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 BMW 340 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 BMW 340 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 340 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
