1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 733 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Lotus | BMW |
| Model | Europa | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
