2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1972 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral 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 55 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 142 kg more than 1972 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Opel Admiral 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 Opel Admiral. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Admiral. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1972 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
