1948 Studebaker Champion vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Studebaker Champion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Studebaker Champion would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1948 Studebaker Champion. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1948 Studebaker Champion.
1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1948 Studebaker Champion has manual transmission. 1948 Studebaker Champion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Studebaker Champion | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Studebaker | Buick |
| Model | Champion | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
