2008 BMW 745 vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 745.
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 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Etna has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Etna 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 | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 745 | Etna |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 290 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 Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |