1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 750 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 535 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3009 mm |