2009 BMW X5 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
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2009 BMW X5 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | X5 | Europa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |