2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite.
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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Z9 | Elite |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2240 mm |
