1992 BMW 740 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 26 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 1080 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 740 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
