1974 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 274 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Touring | Elise |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.3 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |