1988 Buick Estate vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1959 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. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Estate | Seven |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |