1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Lotus Omega | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
