1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 33 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 595 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 390 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F50 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 45 L |
