1966 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 689 kg more than 1966 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 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lotus Elan | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Elan | 120 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1557 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |