1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1120 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2008 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2008 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Invicta | Elise |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |