1972 BMW Touring vs. 1989 Lotus Carlton
To start off, 1989 Lotus Carlton is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lotus Carlton (569 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1989 Lotus Carlton | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Touring | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
