1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont 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 119 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 436 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont 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 1968 Holden Belmont. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Belmont | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |