1954 Buick 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 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1954 Buick 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 Buick 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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | 40 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3879 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2940 mm |