1983 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 525 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
