1971 BMW Touring vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Emme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 352 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Touring | Emme |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
