1994 BMW 735 vs. 2005 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 BMW 735 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 1994 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 735. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 735. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 735 2005 Buick Park Avenue
Make BMW Buick
Model 735 Park Avenue
Year Released 1994 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3430 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 208 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1682 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2900 mm


 

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