2009 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
