1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lotus Europa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | LeSabre | Europa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |