1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (240 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 251 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW Z3 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 1999 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Park Avenue | Z3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |