2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres 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 188 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1970 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Buick | Marcos |
| Model | Lucerne | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
