1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 464 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Europa | Tundra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |