1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 274 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Sports Convertible | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2936 mm |