2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Cala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Cala would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 327 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
Because 1995 Lamborghini Cala 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 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 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 (322 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. (316 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini Cala has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini Cala 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 | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Lucerne | Cala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 316 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 | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
