1973 BMW Touring vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Touring | M250 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
