1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1178 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 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 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 550 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Europa | 550 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
