2007 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 335 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |