1994 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 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 740 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 740. 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 740 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |