1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 840 kg more than 1966 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 365 GTC | Europa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
