1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Porsche 930 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Europa | 930 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |