1937 Buick Century vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1937 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1937 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,247 cc (8 cylinders), 1937 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1937 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1937 Buick Century.
Because 1937 Buick Century 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 1937 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1937 Buick Century | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Century | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1937 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5247 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
