1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 37 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 390 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 1600 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |
