1989 BMW Z1 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Z1 | Elise |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |