1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1225 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lotus | Jaguar |
| Model | Europa | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
