1992 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 325 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 1992 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
