2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Because 1965 Toyota Crown 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 1965 Toyota Crown. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
