2009 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 525 | Elan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |