1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1975 BMW 1602 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1602 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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, 1975 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 1602 | Elite |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
