1957 Allard GT vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 600 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
Because 1957 Allard GT 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 1957 Allard GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1957 Allard GT has manual transmission. 1957 Allard GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | GT | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
