1999 BMW V12 vs. 1999 Buick Cielo
To start off, both 1999 BMW V12 and 1999 Buick Cielo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 1999 BMW V12 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 1999 BMW V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1999 Buick Cielo | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | V12 | Cielo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
