1979 Buick Century vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Century | M250 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |