2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 887 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Lucerne (309 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Lucerne | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
