2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Z4 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
