1960 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 957 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 BMW 700 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 1960 BMW 700. 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 700 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |