2009 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 16 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, both vehicles can yield 242 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2009 BMW 730 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 2009 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
