1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 21 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 853 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 348 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
