1997 • BMW
Z3
BMW Z3 1.8 (115 Hp) 1997Overall Score58.25/100
1997 BMW Z3 vs 1997 Lotus Elise Comparison
Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.
1997 • Lotus
Elise
Lotus Elise 1.8 i 16V (120 Hp) 1997Overall Score58.5/100
WINNER
Lotus Elise
Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.25 points.
58.25–58.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS
Every difference between the two cars
Basic Specifications
BMW Z3SpecificationLotus Elise
BMWMakeLotus
Z3ModelElise
1997Model year1997
CabrioletBody typeCabriolet
2Seats2
2Doors2
Performance
BMW Z3SpecificationLotus Elise
10,5 s0–100 km/h5,9 s
194 km/hTop speed202 km/h
1798 ccEngine displacement1796 cc
115 HPPower120 HP
168 NmTorque165 Nm
4Cylinders4
Fuel & Consumption
BMW Z3SpecificationLotus Elise
PetrolFuel typePetrol
51 ltFuel tank36 lt
10,9 ltUrban consumption9,6 lt
5,9 ltExtra-urban consumption5,7 lt
Transmission & Chassis
BMW Z3SpecificationLotus Elise
Rear-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears5
205/60 R15Tyre size185/55 R16; 205/50 R16
YesABSYes
Dimensions
BMW Z3SpecificationLotus Elise
4025 mmLength3726 mm
1692 mmWidth1701 mm
1288 mmHeight1202 mm
1160 KgWeight690 Kg
2446 mmWheelbase2300 mm
E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note
1997 BMW Z3 and 1997 Lotus Elise approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.
Overall, Lotus Elise leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.25 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.
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