2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 986 kg more than 1954 Simca Aronde. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Lucerne | Aronde |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |