1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron 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 144 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fairthorpe Electron 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 Fairthorpe Electron. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Buick |
| Model | Electron | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
