2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | Calais |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
