1987 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 86 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 750 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 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 | 1860 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |