2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
