1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 893 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Europa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
