1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 756 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo 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 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Turbo | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
