1962 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lotus Elan | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Elan | 118 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |