1965 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Electra weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2012 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. 1965 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Electra | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Electra | Elise |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 44 L |
