2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 958 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XK | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XK | Europa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
