2005 BMW 730 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 730 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 29 L |
