1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 36 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 605 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 2010 BMW 125 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. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Eclat | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Eclat | 125 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |