1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 986 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 683 kg more than 1966 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1254 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2008 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Lotus | SSC |
| Model | Europa | Aero |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1090 mm |
