1972 Buick GS vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 39 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, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 718 kg more than 2011 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | GS | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1800 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2299 mm |