2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 565 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1971 Lamborghini Miura 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 1971 Lamborghini Miura. 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1971 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1971 Lamborghini Miura 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 | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Lucerne | Miura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
