2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore 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 161 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 776 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
