2012 Buick Verano vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 630 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 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, 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, 2005 BMW 630 (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Verano | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Verano | 630 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
