2007 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Buick Lucerne

To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 2008 Buick Lucerne
Make BMW Buick
Model 750 Lucerne
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 308 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.4:1
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 2055 kg 1617 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 68 L


 

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