2004 BMW 645 vs. 1995 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 9 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 645 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 2004 BMW 645. 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, 2004 BMW 645 (447 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 645 | 1995 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 645 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |