2004 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX56 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1819 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 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX56 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
| Model | QX56 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
