1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 296 kg more than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Caprice | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2936 mm |