1981 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Because 1981 BMW 745 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 1981 BMW 745. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 745 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
