2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 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 2010 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Lucerne | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
