1966 Abarth OT vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth OT 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 16 more horse power than 1966 Abarth OT. (185 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1966 Abarth OT. 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 1966 Abarth OT has manual transmission. 1966 Abarth OT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth OT | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | OT | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 3009 mm |
