1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 384 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1. 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Z1 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
