1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 53 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Seven | Z4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |