1964 Checker Town vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 171 kg more than 1964 Checker Town. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Checker Town | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Checker | Buick |
Model | Town | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3009 mm |