1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 43 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1931 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Lotus | Ford |
Model | Europa | E-350 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 125 L |