1955 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 964 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morris Minor 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Morris | Buick |
Model | Minor | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |