2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 489 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (265 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS 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.
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2009 Buick Lucerne | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Lucerne | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1850 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 265 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 | 1762 kg | 1273 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |