2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 288 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Lucerne | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 283 Nm |
| 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
