1950 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Volkswagen Beetle | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Beetle | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
