2008 BMW 745 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 51 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 1365 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, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2008 BMW 745 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. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 745 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 29 L |
