2009 BMW 523 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 523 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 226 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 523 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 2009 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 523 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
