1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Etna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Etna has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Etna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Etna | X5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2933 mm |
