1995 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 1995 BMW M5 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 1995 BMW M5. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 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:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M5 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
