2006 BMW 530 vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 530 | Elite |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
