2001 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. (251 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 341 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (330 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3. 2010 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3009 mm |