1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 38 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 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 803 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, 2007 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Europa | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
