2007 BMW 118 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 50 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 480 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2007 BMW 118 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. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 118 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
