2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget 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 163 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 897 kg more than 1972 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 MG Midget 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 1972 MG Midget. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Lucerne | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
