1969 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Evora weights approximately 342 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Capri | Evora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 59 L |
