2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 714 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Elise | Z4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |