2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1964 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Victor 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 (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Vauxhall Victor 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 1964 Vauxhall Victor. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1964 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1964 Vauxhall Victor 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:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1964 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lucerne | Victor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
