2009 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 52 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |
