1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 838 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK II | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | MK II | Europa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
