1994 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (134 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 994 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. 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 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise. 1994 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 740 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
