2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Z4 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
