1961 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 700 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1946 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 Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |