2004 BMW 745 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 35 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1413 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 745 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
