2006 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Elite. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Elite. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1974 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | M6 | Elite |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
