1997 BMW Mini ACV 30 vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 296 kg more than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Buick Park Avenue 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 2010 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30, 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, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30.

Compare all specifications:

1997 BMW Mini ACV 30 2010 Buick Park Avenue
Make BMW Buick
Model Mini ACV 30 Park Avenue
Year Released 1997 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 140 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 265 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1891 kg
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3009 mm


 

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