1999 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 BMW 740.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 740 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 308 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |