2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe 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 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Hudson |
| Model | Lucerne | Italia Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
