1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 BMW 1500 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 1500 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
