2008 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 330 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
