2007 BMW 730 vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. 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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1958 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1958 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 730 | Elite |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 29 L |
