2006 BMW X3 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 49 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 1085 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.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X3 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 29 L |
