1962 Lotus Elite vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite. 2010 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1962 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1962 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lotus Elite | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Lotus | Buick |
Model | Elite | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1215 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3009 mm |