2002 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 330 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 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 330 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |