2008 BMW 760 vs. 2007 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP) has 240 more horse power than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 760 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 2008 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 2007 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 760 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 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 | 2105 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
