2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 296 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
Because 2012 BMW 135 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 2012 BMW 135. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Lucerne | 135 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
