1974 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 31 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Touring | Esprit |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |