1956 Buick 40 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1959 Lotus Seven is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | 40 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2240 mm |
