1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Lagonda | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |
