1948 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1948 Buick 40 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 1948 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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:
| 1948 Buick 40 | 2005 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1682 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
