2009 BMW 650 vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1969 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 650 | Elan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |