1966 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 929 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.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 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 328 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Elan | 328 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1557 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
