1948 Ferrari 166 vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 166. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1948 Ferrari 166 has manual transmission. 1948 Ferrari 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Ferrari 166 2009 Buick Park Avenue
Make Ferrari Buick
Model 166 Park Avenue
Year Released 1948 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 138 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 1891 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3009 mm


 

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