1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 33 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR T 350 weights approximately 448 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Europa | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
