1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 17 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 973 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Testarossa | Europa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
