1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 349 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 1600 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |