2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro 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 90 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 327 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro 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 1968 Holden Monaro. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Lucerne | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
