2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1072 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ | Europa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
