1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 156 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
Because 1972 Chrysler Sedan 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 1972 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Sedan | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2936 mm |
