2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 112 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 134 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Bel Air |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |