1969 Maserati Indy vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 226 kg more than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Because 1969 Maserati Indy 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 1969 Maserati Indy. 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Indy | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Maserati | Buick |
| Model | Indy | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2936 mm |
