1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 2007 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1974 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1974 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2007 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Eclat | 545 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
