1981 BMW 745 vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 745 | XI Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
