1969 BMW 1600 vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 1600 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 1600 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 1600 | Elise |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 36 L |