1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1209 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 Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Europa | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
