2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 45 L |
