1972 Buick GS vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 190 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 734 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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 GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | GS | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |