2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 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 109 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 447 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Lucerne | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
