1994 BMW 520 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 520 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 950 mm |
