2001 BMW 750 vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 750 | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 750 | Excel |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 224 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |