2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Lucerne | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
