2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 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 86 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige. 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 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Z4 | Exige |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |