1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 134 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 1967 AC 428 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 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | 428 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
