1963 Lotus Elan vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan 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 156 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1281 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. 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 1963 Lotus Elan. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lotus Elan | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Elan | X3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |