2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 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) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 798 kg more than 1969 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Riley 4 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 1969 Riley 4. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Riley |
| Model | Lucerne | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
