1999 BMW 318 vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 BMW 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 318 1996 Buick Park Avenue
Make BMW Buick
Model 318 Park Avenue
Year Released 1999 1996
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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