2001 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 745 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 2001 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 745 | Verano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
