1976 Buick Electra vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. 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. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1970 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1970 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Electra | Seven |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2240 mm |
