1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Z9 | Elan |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 889 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |