2008 BMW 650 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 1244 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 650 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
