1948 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Buick 40 | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | 40 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 780 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |
