2007 BMW 323 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 289 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 323 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 2007 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 323 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
