1992 BMW 850 vs. 1966 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Seven.
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:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1966 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 850 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
