2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 39 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), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 465 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | E-150 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | 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 | 225 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
