2003 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 22 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 530 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 2003 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1995 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |