1955 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 15 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1955 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 1955 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Park Avenue.

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