2009 BMW 750 vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 844 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 750 | Eclat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |