1994 BMW 840 vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 840 | XI Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
