2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1962 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1962 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Convertible | Elan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
