2002 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 519 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 2002 BMW 740 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 2002 BMW 740. 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 740 | Verano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 2016 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
