2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 202 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW Z4 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 2012 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Park Avenue | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Park Avenue | Z4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |