1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1966 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Europa | X6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
