2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 38 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | STS-V | Europa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
