1949 Studebaker Champion vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Studebaker Champion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Studebaker Champion would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1949 Studebaker Champion. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1949 Studebaker Champion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Studebaker Champion | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Studebaker | Buick |
| Model | Champion | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| 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 |
