1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Nuvola | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2936 mm |
