1967 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1967 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1967 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bizzarrini GT | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Buick |
Model | GT | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3009 mm |