1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 42 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1079 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lotus | Dodge |
| Model | Europa | Ram |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
