1972 BMW Touring vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 620 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans.
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1972 BMW Touring | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Touring | XI Le Mans |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |