1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 308 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 1600 | Europa |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |