1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1531 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.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lotus Europa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lotus | GMC |
| Model | Europa | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 129 L |
