1957 Allard GT vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 751 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT. 2010 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1957 Allard GT has manual transmission. 1957 Allard GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard GT | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Allard | Buick |
Model | GT | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3009 mm |