2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Z4 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
