1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Europa | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
