2001 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2001 BMW 316 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 316 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 316 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 316 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 316 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
