2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT

To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 320 kg more than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.

Because 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT 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 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. 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, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT has manual transmission. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Buick Lucerne 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
Make Buick Lamborghini
Model Lucerne 350 GT
Year Released 2009 1964
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3879 cc 3464 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 227 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 1297 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2560 mm


 

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