1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 587 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
