1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | 40 | Elise |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 950 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |