1971 Buick GS vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 682 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick GS | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | GS | Elise |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |