1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB 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) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Berkeley | Buick |
| Model | QB | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
