1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus 340 R has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus 340 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Centurion | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2320 mm |
