1958 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 481 kg more than 1958 BMW 502. 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. 2010 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1958 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1958 BMW 502 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.
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1958 BMW 502 | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 502 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3009 mm |