1996 BMW 332 vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 332 | Elan |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2140 mm |