2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 406 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
| Model | Lucerne | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 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 | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 97 L |
