2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1968 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Buick | Innocenti |
| Model | LaCrosse | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
