2007 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 228 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
