1956 Buick 40 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 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 154 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 1956 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 1956 Buick 40. 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2008 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2940 mm |
