2000 BMW X5 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 43 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1220 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.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X5 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 29 L |
