2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1960 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
