2007 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 328 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |