2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Z4 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
