2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1968 Jensen FF | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Lucerne | FF |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |