1960 Lotus Elite vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 52 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1293 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Elite | X3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 67 L |
