1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 702 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1502 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 1975 BMW 1502. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 1502 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 1502 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:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1502 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
