1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1969 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Europa | 325 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
