1961 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (77 Nm). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
Model | Beetle | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1131 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 265 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3009 mm |