1994 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1994 BMW 730 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 1994 BMW 730. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3879 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
