1959 Saab 95 vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 830 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Saab | Buick |
| Model | 95 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
