2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 312 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lucerne | 230 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3060 mm |
