1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1957 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 LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | LeSabre | Seven |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 29 L |
