1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1958 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1958 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Berkeley | Buick |
Model | Foursome | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2940 mm |