2005 BMW X5 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X5 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |
