1959 Maserati Tipo 61 vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 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:
| 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Maserati | Buick |
| Model | Tipo 61 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3009 mm |
