1963 BMW 700 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus 340 R weights approximately 9 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. 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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 700 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
