2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 35 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1876 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, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | E-350 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
