1960 Lotus Elite vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. 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 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lotus Elite | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Elite | 125 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 53 L |