2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor 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 180 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 962 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Morris Minor 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 1962 Morris Minor. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Lucerne | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |