1998 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 344 kg more than 1998 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 323 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 265 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3009 mm |