1979 Lotus Eclat vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1979 Lotus Eclat.
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. 2008 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1979 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Eclat | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Eclat | 545 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 328 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
