2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Torino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
