2009 Lotus Evora vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT.
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 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Evora | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Evora | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
