2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 424 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Zodiac 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 1964 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
