1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 43 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 982 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Lotus | Ford |
Model | Europa | F-450 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 142 L |