2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |