2000 BMW X5 vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel 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 9 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel. 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 1985 Lotus Excel. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X5 | Excel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
