1990 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW M3 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 1990 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
