1971 BMW Touring vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 370 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Touring | Elite |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
