BMW Z4 M Roadster vs Lotus Elise SC
| Category | Lotus Elise SC | BMW Z4 M Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 220 / 217 | 343 / 338 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 212 / 156 | 365 / 269 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 917 / 2022 | 1444 / 3183 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 239 / 236 | 238 / 234 |
Lap Times
| Track | Lotus Elise SC | BMW Z4 M Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia International Raceway Grand East Course (pre 01/2014) | 3:16.60 | 3:11.70 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Lotus Elise SC | BMW Z4 M Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.0 s | 4.9 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 21.7 s | 17.0 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 16.6 s | 12.0 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 4.5 s | 4.6 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 11.4 s | 11.3 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.5 s @ 90.1 mph | 9.2 s @ 93.2 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.3 s @ 104.0 mph | 13.2 s @ 107.5 mph |
General performance
| Category | Lotus Elise SC | BMW Z4 M Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 240 kph (149 mph) | 251 kph (156 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.62 g (6 m/s²) | 0.62 g (6 m/s²) |
| Fuel economy | 9.3 l/100 km (25 mpg US / 30 UK) | 10.9 l/100 km (22 mpg US / 26 UK) |
Summary
| Category | Lotus Elise SC | BMW Z4 M Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 93 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 84 | 100 |
| Overall | 89 | 100 |
Verdict
Z4 M Roadster is the fastest by considerable margin.
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