1954 Buick 70 vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 8 kg more than 1954 Buick 70. 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | 70 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3063 mm |
