2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 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 121 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 37 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 1958 Rover P5. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Lucerne | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
