2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 146 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Lucerne | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Buick | Avanti |
Model | Lucerne | Avanti |
Year Released | 2010 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2780 mm |