2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 868 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. 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 (400 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Record |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
