1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan 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 180 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 906 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Hudson Metropolitan 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 Hudson Metropolitan. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Hudson | Buick |
Model | Metropolitan | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2936 mm |