1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1970 BMW 2002 is newer by 1 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 BMW 2002 weights approximately 378 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, 1970 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 2002 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
