1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 41 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1238 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, 2010 Ford E-250 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Europa | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
