2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Lucerne | 528 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |