1962 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 829 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 AC Cobra 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 1962 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1962 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1962 AC Cobra 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:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Cobra | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
