2005 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 931 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 330 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
