2005 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 530 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 254 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
