2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 2004 BMW Z4 and 2004 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2004 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Z4 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |