2011 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. Both 2011 BMW Z4 and 2010 Buick LaCrosse are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (255 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 236 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW Z4 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
