2001 BMW Z22 vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z22. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z22 would be higher. At 3,169 cc, 2001 BMW Z22 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z22 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z22 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 276 kg more than 2001 BMW Z22.
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, 2001 BMW Z22 (350 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z22 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Z22 | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z22 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2792 cc |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 265 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1891 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3009 mm |