1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 25 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1215 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ6 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
