1999 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. 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, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 320 | Elite |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 29 L |