2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 651 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Express | Europa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |