1956 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 567 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1956 Austin Princess 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 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (309 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1956 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2008 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Princess | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2940 mm |