2004 BMW 760 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise. 2004 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 760 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 760 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 44 L |
