2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morris Minor 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Lucerne | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 66 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 | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
