1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 929 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Europa | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
