2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 263 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1955 Daimler One-O-Four 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 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | Buick | Daimler |
Model | Lucerne | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |