2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1970 AC 428 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 1970 AC 428. 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Buick | AC |
| Model | Lucerne | 428 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
