1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 1970 AC 428 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 1970 AC 428 | |
Make | Lotus | AC |
Model | Europa | 428 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |