1969 Buick GS vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 361 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora. 2013 Lotus Evora has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | GS | Evora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
