1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 2002 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 2002 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
