2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 688 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
Because 1965 TVR Trident 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 1965 TVR Trident. 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Lucerne | Trident |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
