1989 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 439 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 1989 BMW 850 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 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 850 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1694 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |