2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 5 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, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
Because 2013 BMW M6 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 2013 BMW M6. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Lucerne | M6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |